TRAINING DAY - 19 September 2018 (WEDNESDAY)
(Venue: Bohol Tropics Resort, Tagbilaran City, Bohol)
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08:00 am - 09:00 am |
Registration
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08:30 am - 04:30 pm |
Training Sessions
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Spatial Statistics

Resource Person: Mr. Dennis P. Dizon
This seminar will discuss the contextualization of data analysis with location. Participants will learn how to calculate and map basic spatial statistics using ArcGIS.
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Infographics

Resource Persons: Mr. Gian Louisse A. Roy
This will enable the participants to learn how to clearly and concisely present data to a general audience in an interesting and insightful way; and, will also teach the participants some tips and tricks in creating information dissemination materials.
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Descriptive and Exploratory Techniques in R

Resource Persons: Ms. Charlene Mae Y. Celoso
This seminar is an introduction to data science analytics that will apply descriptive statistics and exploratory data analysis (EDA) in R software.
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Correcting Common Misconceptions in Statistics: For K-12

Resource Person: Dr. Josefina V. Almeda
This seminar will elucidate common statistical concepts by discussing their underlying theories and correct common misconceptions. Topics include hypothesis testing, p-value, Sloven's formula, among others.
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CONFERENCE DAY 1 - 20 SEPTEMBER 2018 (THURSDAY)
(Venue: Bohol Tropics Resort, Tabgilaran City, Bohol)
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08:00 am - 09:00 am |
Registration
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09:00 am - 10:00 am |
Opening Ceremony
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Doxology
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National Anthem
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Welcome Remarks
Honorable John Geesnell L. Yap, II
Mayor, Tagbilaran City
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Message/Introduction of the Keynote Speaker
Dr. Lisa Grace S. Bersales, PhD
President, Philippine Statistical Association, Inc.
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Keynote Address
Dr. Rosemarie G. Edillon, PhD
Undersecretary, Planning and Policy
National Development Office
National Economic and Development Authority
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10:00 am - 10:30 am |
Coffee / Tea Break
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10:30 am - 12:00 nn |
Plenary Session 1:
(sponsored by Philippine Statistics Authority)
Session Chair: Benjamin Arsenio Y. Navarro
Rapporteur: Fidel R. Antopina, Jr. and Frannie G. Paster
Venue: Sandugo
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Emerging Trends in the Philippine Statistical Development Program (PSDP) 2018-2023: Focus on Measuring Sustainable Tourism
by Lisa Grace S. Bersales, PhD
Open Forum
Awarding of Tokens of Appreciation
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12:00 nn - 01:30 pm |
Lunch Break
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01:30 pm - 03:00 pm |
Scientific Sessions 1
Session A: Student Paper
Session Chair: Rechel G. Arcilla
Rapporteur: Crislor D. Vilar and Cristine L. Catalan
Venue: Leeng VIP
- Diesel Prices and Food Inflation on Non-Food Inflation Rate: A Vector Autoregressive Analysis

Arielle B. Baldo, Patrisha Anne Estrada, Marvey Mercado
- Spatial Point Pattern Analysis of Drug Related Crimes in October 2017 in Manila City

Joemari Olea, James Alister Pangilinan, Hannah Jane Primavera
- Determinants of Depressive Symptoms in Undergraduate UPLB Students: A Joint Correspondence Analysis

Jaca Maison A. Lailo
Session B: Inflation
Session Chair: Charlene Celoso
Rapporteur: Bryan John T. Bacurnay and Kevin O. Marasigan
Venue: Sandugo 1
- Disaggregated CPI facts about Philippine Inflation and the Use of Microdata for Macroanalysis

Joselito R. Basilio
- Inflation, Poverty and the Train Law

Angelie Grace B. Aycardo and Dennis S. Mapa
- Modeling Philippine Inflation Using Nonlinear Models: Threshold Autoregressive and Markov Regime-Switching Approaches

Marc Victor F. Gallenito and Dennis S. Mapa
Session C: Latest Technology
Session Chair: Ferdinand S. Co
Rapporteur: Venus P. Gloria and Cynthia A. Pohanes
Venue: Sandugo 2
- Harnessing Big Data for Development

Jose Ramon G. Albert and Arturo Martinez, Jr.
- Use of Latest Technology in Data Capture for Consumer Prices: Philippine Experience

Ellen Varona
- Map-Based or Location-Based Census Operation Using Modern GIS Platform

Mari-Belle D. Dy and Florante C. Varona
Session D: Redesign
Session Chair: Rosalinda P. Bautista
Rapporteur: Fidel r. Antopina, Jr. and Frannie G. Pastor
Venue: Seglim VIP
- Redesigning of the Corn Production Survey

Abubakar S. Asaad, Sarah B. Balagbis, Jay M. Manlapaz, Melanie C. Estrada, Divina Gracia L. del Prado and Erniel B. Barrios
- Redesigning of the Backyard and Livestock Poultry Survey

Jay R. Manlapaz, Aaron R. Poliquit, Divina Gracia L. del Prado, Abubakar S. Asaad and Erniel B. Barrios
- Measuring Quarterly Regional Progress through the Regional Development Index

Justin Angelo O. Bantang, Candido J. Astrologo, Jr., Patrician Anne R. San Buenaventura and Jenelyn S. BaƱares
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03:00 pm - 03:30 pm |
Coffee/Tea Break
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03:30 pm - 05:00 pm |
Scientific Sessions 2
Session E: Student Paper
Session Chair: Rechel G. Arcilla
Rapporteur: Cristine L. Catalan and Frannie G. Pastor
Venue: Leeing VIP
- Pattern Recognition of Suicidal Ideation

April Joy Lorenzo and Andhee Jacobe
- The Dynamic Relationship among the Cryptocurrency (Bitcoin), Philippine Stock Market and Peso-Dollar Exchange Through Vector Autoregressive Analysis

Armstrong H. Tibay, Joseph S. Ortiz, Marius Dane C. Lucas
- Why are Filipinos Hungry: Econometric Analyses on Possible Determinants of Hunger Incidence in the Philippines

Patricia Joy D. Bersamina, Joyce Anne L. Malit, Lara Nina Aileen D. Verayo
Session F: Statistical Models in Practice
Session Chair: Joselito C. Magadia
Rapporteur: Bryan John T. Bacurnay and Kevin O. Marasigan
Venue: Sandugo 1
- Assessing the Forecasting Accuracy of the Multivariate ARMA Model in Predicting the Weather of Nueva Ecija, Philippines

Juan Carlos Tamayo
- A Fourier Series Model for the Periodic Monthly Precipitation of Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya

Orville D. Hombrebueno and Wilfredo A. Dumale, Jr.
- Numerical VaR Estimation: Realized Moments and the Sinh-Arcsinh Distribution

Manuel Leonard F. Albis
Session G: Spatial
Session Chair: Consorcia E. Reano
Rapporteur: Venus P. Gloria and Cynthia A. Pohanes
Venue: Sandugo 2
- Crime Hotspot Mapping in Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya

Karen D. Taclay and Richard J. Taclay
- A Simulated Illustration of a Dissimilarity Index in Spatial Area Data Using Bayesian Inference

Francisco N. de los Reyes
- Spatio-Temporal Analysis of Rainfall Patterns in the Philippines

Alvin Q Pequiro and Aphrodite A. Ortiz
Session H: The Environment
Session Chair: Anna Maria Lourdes S. Latonio
Rapporteur: Fidel R. Antopina, Jr. and Crislor D. Vilas
Venue: Seglim VIP
- Coping with Disasters Due to Natural Hazards: Evidence from the Philippines

Dennis Mapa
- Development of Physical Asset and Flow Accounts for Water Resources of the Philippines

Virginia M. Bathan and Faith Lea B. Cabrera
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06:00 pm |
Fellowship Dinner
Venue: Sandugo
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Dinner Message
Atty. Edgardo M. Chatto, Governor, Province of Bohol
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Statistics Profession in the Changing Data Landscape
Tomas P. Africa, Chair, PSAI Institutional Development Committee
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Policy Statement
Lisa Grace S. Bersales, PSAI President
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Special Number
Loboc Children's Choir
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Oath taking of new members
Launching of PSAI enhanced website
Ferdinand S. Co, Chair, PSAI Membership Committee
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Group Photograph
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CONFERENCE DAY 2 - 21 SEPTEMBER 2018 (FRIDAY)
(Venue: Bohol Tropics Resort, Tagbilaran City, Bohol)
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08:00 am - 09:00 am |
Registration
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09:00 am - 10:00 am |
Plenary Session 2:
(sponsored by Geodata Systems Technologies, Inc.)
Session Chair: Francisca N. Dayrit
Rapporteur: Frannie G. Pastor and Venus P. Gloria
Venue: Sandugo
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10:00 am - 10:30 am |
Coffee / Tea Break
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10:30 am - 12:00 nn |
Panel Discussion on Data Privacy
Moderator: Carmelita N. Ericta
Rapporteur: Gaudiosa C. Oculares and Fidel R. Antopina, Jr.
Venue: Sandugo
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Panelists:
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Data Privacy Act of 2012 (R.A. 10173)

Kelvin S. Magtalas
Information Systems Analyst III
Data Security and Technology Standards Division
National Privacy Commission
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BSP's DPA Compliance Journey
Teresita P. Lisama
Lead Data Protection Officer
Deputy Director, Knowledge Management Group
Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas
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The Journey to Compliance

Danny C. Cheng
Data Protection Officer, De La Salle University
Director of Academe Relations, ISACA Manila Chapter
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Implementation of Data Privacy

Ana Maria L. Tabunda
Treasurer and Research Director
Pulse Asia Research, Inc.
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12:00 nn - 02:00 pm |
Lunch Break
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Closing Ceremonies
Venue: Sandugo
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Synthesis
Milagros R. Baldemor, President, PSAI Region 1 Chapter
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Recognition of Co-Organizers/Sponsors
Lisa Grace S. Bersales, PSAI President
Carmelita N. Ericta, Chair, PSAI Annual Conference
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Announcement of Winners of the 2018 Student Best Paper Competition and Awarding of Prizes
Lisa Grace S. Bersales, PSAI President
Josefina V. Almeda, PSAI Treasurer
Joselito C. Magadia, Chair, Sub-Committee on Scientific Program
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Announcement and Closing Remarks
Francisca N. Dayrit, PSAI Vice President
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02:00 pm onwards |
Consultations with PSAI Officers
Optional City Tour
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